Believe it or not, gum disease is quite common among U.S. adults. A recent CDC report found that 47% of adults aged 30 years and older have some form of gum disease. That number increases as you age, jumping up to 60% of adults aged 65 years and older. While advanced gum disease is not […]
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When it comes to fighting tooth decay, fluoride is a good weapon to have in your arsenal. It’s a common ingredient in most toothpaste brands and found in many municipal drinking water sources. However, there is quite a bit of misinformation out there surrounding fluoride. As a parent, you may be concerned whether fluoride is
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You already know regular brushing and flossing are very important when it comes to keeping your child’s teeth healthy. Did you know there are certain vitamins and minerals he or she also needs to consume regularly to maintain a healthy mouth? Here are our top nine favorite vitamins and minerals for healthy teeth: Vitamin A
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Winter weather not only brings cooler temperatures, but less humidity in the air. After living through a humid summer in Alabama, this cooler weather probably seems like nothing short of a blessing. However, too little humidity in the air can also cause problems – such as dry mouth. What is Dry Mouth? Dry mouth occurs
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Raising healthy kids can be exhausting. Between the demands of work, school, extracurricular activities and weekend plans, dental care sometimes gets neglected. In a rush to get out the door in the morning, kids forget to brush their teeth. Or you’re so anxious for them to go to bed that you let them skip brushing at night. Not only
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Does My Child Need Braces? Braces have almost become an inevitable rite of passage for many kids and teenagers. You may have had braces as a kid, and now you’ve reached the point where you are wondering if your own child needs them. Pediatric Dental Associates his so excited to offer orthodontic services and treatments
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If you are among the 59% of Americans with dental insurance, you may want to make sure you’ve taken advantage of your full benefits before the year runs out. Most plans renew every calendar year. This means you could be ringing in the New Year by leaving money behind. Yearly Maximum Every dental plan has
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Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea Could be to Blame Snoring is most commonly associated with older adults. But the fact is, children snore too! The American Academy of Family Physicians estimates that anywhere from 3 – 12 percent of children snore. In most cases, the symptoms are mild and many children outgrow the condition. Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea (POSA) is different. It is a sleep disorder
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During the month of October, there is usually only one thing on a kid’s mind – Halloween! What could be more fun than picking out the perfect costume and going trick-or-treating with friends? Eating candy, or course! Kids aren’t the only ones who love candy. Bacteria inside the mouth love it too. This bacteria feeds on sugar
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How many times have you told your child to smile and say “cheese?” When it comes to cute photos, teeth get all the glory. But it’s the gums that are the real unsung hero. In fact, when it comes to oral hygiene, the gums should get just as much attention. September is National Gum Care Month and in honor
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